The Best Educational Organized Tours in North America

Which Tour Companies Offer Educational Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer educational tours in North America. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Collette

Collette is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Italy, Great Britain, and France. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, and camping.

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Tours of Distinction

Tours of Distinction is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Many of their tours visit North America and Europe. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Canada, France, and Great Britain. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.

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Educational Destinations in North America

Wondering where educational tours visit in North America? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Washington DC

Washington DC is a world class destination that attracts international travelers, students, and business workers. At the heart of the tourist scene is the National Mall, which has many of the most well known monuments including the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. This is also where you'll find the most notable Smithsonian Museums. While many visitors make a visit to the National Mall a top priority, the more livable neighborhoods are where you'll find the true heart of the city.

New York City

New York City is one of the most iconic cities in the United States. It is filled with its own energy and personality, and visitors will enjoy exploring the unique neighborhoods and seeing world-renowned landmarks. The city is divided into 5 boroughs, with most visitors spending the majority of their time in Manhattan. Manhattan has high skyscrapers, world class shopping, and countless entertainment options such that there's never a dull moment.

Charlottesville

Charlottesville is a university town near Shenandoah National Park. It's home to the prestigious University of Virginia, which has a beautiful and well-maintained campus. Much of the town is focused around university life. For the best restaurants, head to the Downtown Mall, which is a pedestrian area that's filled with shopping and dining.

Williamsburg

Williamsburg is a historic city in the state of Virginia that was the capital of the Virginia Colony from 1699 to 1780. Today visitors can learn about the city's historic past at the living museum in Colonial Williamsburg. The city is also home to the College of William and Mary as well as several world class amusement parks and waterparks.

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Other popular destinations for educational tours through North America include White Sulphur Springs, Cheyenne, Page, Sheridan, and Kanab.

Which is cheaper?

Are guided educational tours worth the money compared to independent travel? It depends on the specifics. Tours combine accommodations, meals, transport, tickets, and activities into a single cost, while independent travelers manage and pay for these individually. To determine which is more affordable, compare the tour's total price with what you'd spend booking everything separately. Preferences like staying in low-cost lodging or indulging in fine dining can influence whether a tour costs more or less. Make sure to check out the tour package to see what is included, or not, very carefully before deciding.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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